Posted by Lao Tzu on September 4, 2013, at 15:27:18
In reply to Schizophrenia--medication and supplements, posted by Lao Tzu on August 18, 2013, at 11:20:47
I did not want it to sound like fish oil did absolutely nothing for schizophrenia. In fact, it may even help. Studies have used 1.5g all the way up to 4 g. Even though 1.5grams is a small amount, it is within range for being beneficial to schizophrenics. I have been using 1.5grams (Eskimo-3 brand) for years now. It does something, but I haven't seen where scientists explain exactly how it benefits schizophrenia. There may be a deficit of fatty acids in schizophrenia. I previously said that fish oil doesn't help with negative symptoms, but maybe it helps with the psychosis part. There have been some studies suggesting that fish oil, if given to younger patients (before psychosis manifests itself), may prevent full-blown psychosis in the majority of people. This may be revolutionary for preventing psychotic symptoms. I think for myself, it has helped with mood more than anything else. And I've even heard that fish oil can be used as a mood stabilizer (for bipolar), which would probably be safer than certain drugs.
Any comments from your own experiences?Lao
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